May 18, 2022

US cyclo-cross stalwart Jingle Cross cancelled after UCI designation disappears

The popular Iowa cyclo-cross races at Jingle Cross, which started 18 years ago, will not run in 2022. After hosting UCI-sanctioned cyclo-cross races since 2007, including five World Cup events since 2016, John Meehan, event founder and race director, announced he has pulled the plug on the event for this...

May 18, 2022

Are water stations useless for 5Ks and 10Ks?

After participating in Toronto’s Sporting Life 10K a couple of weeks ago, I was curious to know how many of the top 50 runners grabbed water at 8 km. My friend who was working the water station told me zero–no takers. Obviously, races are required to have water stations, but...

May 18, 2022

Why Running at Night Feels Harder

The new study, published in the European Journal of Applied Physiology, had 15 volunteers do a series of ten-minute treadmill walks in four conditions: with and without a 56-pound pack, and with and without a blindfold on. The treadmill was set at a comfortable pace of around 30 minutes per...

May 18, 2022

New Garmin Varia RCT715 tail light has a camera to record your crashes

Garmin has released the Varia RCT715, a new version of its tail light that features a high-definition camera to record any incidents out on the road. The Varia RCT715 features the same radar technology as its predecessors. When paired with a Garmin bike computer or smartwatch, the Varia will alert...

May 18, 2022

Strava Acquires Injury Prevention App, Recover Athletics

Strava, the leading social platform for athletes and the largest sports community in the world, today announced the acquisition of Recover Athletics, the prehab app for runners. The acquisition gives all Strava subscribers access to Recover Athletics content including personalized prehab and injury prevention exercise plans. PR Newswire

May 18, 2022

Consumer spend in U.S. bike market flattens, but remains strong

Data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis has revealed the U.S. bike market to be experiencing a post spike lull in spending on bicycle goods, though interest remains above pre-pandemic levels. The inflation-adjusted data put American expenditure on bicycles and accessories in 2020 at $7 billion, up by a...

May 18, 2022

The Ultimate Run Passport: Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Announces 2023 Tourpass

TAMPA, Fla. (May 18, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series, the world’s largest road running series today announced details of the 2023 Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series TourPass. The TourPass is the best way for runners to lock in low rates and access to amazing Rock ‘n’ Roll...

May 18, 2022

The Digital ‘22 Tour de Suisse Challenge – VIP Guest Experience is up for grabs

Grenchen, Switzerland / May 18th, 2022 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ –Cyclists and fitness enthusiasts are invited to explore the beauty of one of the ‘Top 5’ stage road races in the world on ROUVY, the Official Digital Partner of Tour de Suisse. Mapped on the segments of the same courses as the actual, upcoming...

May 18, 2022

TAPS Selected as Beneficiary for 2022 Armed Forces Cycling Classic Challenge Ride

Arlington, Va./ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Armed Forces Cycling Classic (AFCC), presented by The Boeing Company, returns to Arlington, Va., June 4-5, 2022. Arlington Sports, Inc. is pleased to announce that the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors(TAPS) has been selected as the official beneficiary. “We are honored to continue our participation in...

May 18, 2022

Lizard Skins Adds a Bold New Color to Iconic Northshore Grip

American Fork, Utah (May 18, 2022)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Lizard Skins, a longtime industry leader in grips and handlebar tape, is adding a bold Lime Green color to its long-renowned Northshore grip line, which until now consisted mainly of neutral and earth tones. The Northshore is one of the Lizard Skins all-time best-selling...